Reasons to get an appraisal from GEManagement, Ltd.

Thousands of people in Illinois purchase, sell or refinance their home every month. Most of these transactions have a simple line item for an appraisal. The majority of lenders still call for a local expert because the stakes are very high, even though there are a growing number of automated home valuation processes that might appear to be more cost-effective than an appraisal. But is obtaining a mortgage the only basis for getting an appraisal? Are there more situations when the services of a certified, independent real estate professional could be beneficial? Absolutely.


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Let GEManagement, Ltd. help you dispute your tax assessment in Dupage County

It's likely you're paying too much in property taxes if you live in an area where property values have declined. Property taxes are determined by a previous assessment of your house, so if values have declined in your area, you can appeal your assessment and save money. An appraisal from GEManagement, Ltd. is your best evidence when building your case. We're capable of assisting you in appealing your tax assessment.

Eliminating PMI will lower your mortgage payment

When the amount being loaned to the homebuyer is more than 80% of the actual value of the home, nearly all lenders ask home buyers to purchase an added insurance plan. That policy is Private Mortgage Insurance, or PMI. Seeing that added payment is usually folded into the monthly mortgage payment, it is often forgotten. PMI is no longer required when the remainder of the loan - whether through market appreciation or principal pay down - goes below the 80% level, making this very unfavorable. In fact, the United States Congress invoked a law in 1998 (the Homeowners Protection Act of 1998) that requires lenders to dismiss the PMI installments when the loan-to-value ratio conditions have been met.

If you'd like to get rid of PMI, GEManagement, Ltd. will produce a statement regarding the value of your home. The price you paid for the home valuation can generally be recovered in a short amount of time because you'll no longer be paying the PMI.

An appraisal from GEManagement, Ltd. will help you settle a divorce with less stress

A divorce is a particularly traumatic experience for the parties involved, and it is often further complicated by the difficult decision of who maintains the house. So both parties are fully aware of the true market value of their home, it's a good idea to order an appraisal from GEManagement, Ltd., regardless of the circumstances.

If the parties need to sell the home, they'll have a clearer picture of what price to set. And on the flip side, if a "buyout" is the chosen option, both parties will feel like they've received a fair assessment.

Settling an estate with peace of mind

The death of a loved one is a difficult time in life, and settling an estate from a death, or probate, often entails an appraisal to establish Market Value for the real estate involved. We ensure the utmost degree of discretion, as we're bound with confidentiality by the ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP).

Most Americans do not have dedicated estate planners or executors to take care of these matters, unlike wealthier individuals. A home or other property often makes up a disproportionate share of the total estate value, so understanding the true value of the real estate at hand is of vital importance to ensuring disputing parties walk away knowing they've gotten a fair deal.

GEManagement, Ltd. can assist you in relocating to or from Dupage County

We are aware of the headaches involved with an employee relocation. That being said, we take great care in organizing a convenient appointment time for the appraisal inspection. During our thorough process, we encourage relocating employees to provide feedback on the positive aspects of their property, as well as information about any recent sales or listings in their neighborhood that they want considered.

Sell your home quickly at the right price with an appraisal from GEManagement, Ltd.

Whether you choose to sell your home on your own or with the help of a real estate agent, a professional appraisal will help you make a better educated decision when determining your selling price. An appraiser has no vested interest in what amount the house sells for, which is different than the interest of real estate agents. Our fees depend on our efforts to finish the appraisal report and not a percentage of the sales price.

We analyze the difference in value items like an additional bathroom or a kitchen remodel can make on a daily basis. And we're experts in knowing how long properties are on the market. So, obtaining a professional appraisal is a reliable way to determine what improvements will add value and what a suitable sales price is for your home so you don't come up short or have your house on the market for an extended amount of time.